This event, sponsored by the Salem VA Medical Center, Total Action for Progress, The Roanoke Valley Veterans Council, and the Virginia Employment Commission, will provide homeless veterans with the services they need including: Employment opportunities Veteran benefits and counseling Legal counseling Housing information Health screenings Linkage to community resources Hot lunch Shuttle service will be...

We offer free tax preparation assistance and filing. If you are a Virginia resident with an annual household income of less than $54,000, or you qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), we can make sure your taxes are done correctly, have applied all tax credits for which you are eligible, and submit them...

Please join us on February 19 for this community event that is free to all and open to the public ($5 suggested donation). This year, we'll continue our journey through Roanoke's historically black neighborhoods by exploring the history of: Burrell Hospital "Tank Town" Pinkard Court Old Fields This event is produced by our youth education...

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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have made the difficult decision to close the TAP Free Tax Clinic. You can still prepare and file your own taxes online by using FREE FILE on www.IRS.gov. We will continue to monitor the situation. If we are able to reopen the Tax Clinic, information will be available by calling our voicemail at 540-283-4804 after April 6, 2020.

Join us for this FREE community event! TAP's annual Black History Month celebration will be held on February 18, 2020 at 10 a.m. at St. John's Episcopal Church. The event will feature entertainment, guest speakers, and an awards ceremony, followed by a soul food luncheon prepared by Morning Star Baptist Church. This year, we'll continue...

Are you thinking about buying your first home? Learn the entire process at our upcoming class. This class covers personal finance, managing credit, the role of the lender, working with a real estate agent, the home inspection and closing day. You’ll also learn how to prepare for the new responsibilities you’ll have as a homeowner....

Note: this event has been postponed. We will post updates here when a new date has been scheduled. We thank you for your continued support.

Out of work? TAP can help find the right next steps for you. We will have additional staff members on-site in Covington to help make a plan, support your family, and get back on track. When: Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (other times by appointment) Where: TAP Covington Office 118 S. Lexington Ave....

Join us for TAP's Head Start job fair. See event details for times and locations.

The 2020 Stand Down for Homeless Veterans event will take place on November 9. This event, sponsored by the Department of Labor, Salem VA Medical Center, and Total Action for Progress, will provide homeless veterans with several services, including: Flu and Hepatitis A shots Boxed meals Housing information Other supplies as needed This event will...

Help us kick off the grand opening of our new clothing closet in Covington! This exciting new resource will provide free clothing to men, women, and children in need. VIRTUAL AND BY APPOINTMENT CLOTHING CLOSET EVENT: The kickoff event will be part virtual and part in-person by appointment. We'll post photos of some of the...

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Join us for Bag Day on January 12, 13, 19 and 20! How Bag Day works: Visitors are allowed to take a 13-gallon bag of men and/or women’s clothing home with them when they sign up for a spot on one of these four Bag Days. We will provide the 13-gallon bags. Due to limited supplies,...

Free food for kids every Wednesday until April 21.

Thinking about buying your first home? If so, attend TAP's Homebuyer Education Workshop. What is the Homebuyer Education Workshop? TAP's Homebuyer Education Workshop is a free class held by our Housing Counseling program where first-time homebuyers can learn about the homebuying process. Topics include: How to choose a realtor The lending process and types of loans...

Learn from lenders, real estate agents and other experts about buying a home. This event offers free housing counseling. Get the facts about grants for down payment and closing cost assistance, tax credits, home loans and more. Buying a home may be the largest transaction you’ll ever make. Being a homeowner is exciting, but it’s...

Even with all the challenges that these unprecedented times bring, motivated buyers are still obtaining homeownership through the use of innovative technology tools like virtual counseling sessions and home tours, online loan applications, and electronic closings. Join this session for a live discussion. Chatting it up Live:  Homebuying with Sierra Sallah Virtual Session · May...

Even with all the challenges that these unprecedented times bring, motivated buyers are still obtaining homeownership through the use of innovative technology tools like virtual counseling sessions and home tours, online loan applications, and electronic closings. Join this session for a live discussion. Chatting it up Live:  Homebuying with Sierra Sallah Virtual Session · June...

Don’t miss Project Discovery Summer Camp, running from June 28 to August 5! Who? Ages 12–18 When? June 28 – August 5 Every Tuesday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Where? Roanoke Higher Education Center, 5th floor 108 N. Jefferson St., Roanoke, VA 24016 The Summer camp will provide: Transportation to and from camp...

Your community needs your help! TAP urgently needs student and adult volunteers for our annual free tax clinic. Sign up by October 29. The clinic runs from February to April every year. • No experience required • Free online training • Just 6 hours per week for 10 weeks By helping low-income working families file...

Are you working towards a future as a Certified Nurse Aide? Enroll in TAP Appalachian Careerforge CNA classes this year! What do CareerForge CNA classes offer? Our CareerForge program helps participants prepare for a career as a Certified Nurse Aide. The program offers: 80 hours of classroom instruction and hands-on labs 40 hours of paid...

Attend a TAP Job Fair between January 20 and February 17 and start the new year off with a new career! Positions available at the TAP job fair include: Classroom Substitute Roanoke Crew Technician 2 Custodian Director of Energy Conservation & Housing Rehab Early Head Start Child Care Partnership Supervisor Energy Auditor Enrollment Specialist Family...

Join us at the Virginia Career Works Job Fair on Thursday, March 31, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m! Positions TAP will be interviewing for at the job fair include: Center Lunch Aide Child Care Aide Roanoke and Rockbridge Classroom Substitute Energy Conservation & Housing Rehab Crew Technician 2 Delivery Driver/Food Service Helper Early Head...

Missed the tax filing deadline for 2019, 2020, or 2021? TAP's Tax Clinic is offering FREE back tax preparation through June 15, 2022. We can also help you file for missed stimulus or Refundable Child Tax Credit payments. Services will be provided by appointment, or virtually through GetYourRefund. To file your back taxes, you will...

Kingdom Harvest, Keyz2Life Ministries, the Gun Violence Prevention Commission, and Total Action for Progress are partnering to bring you the Grades Over Guns, a back-to-school event for the youth of Roanoke City. There will be entertainment, food, games, giveaways, vendors, and information tables. For more information contact: Keyz2lifeministries@yahoo.com

Join us for kickball with David Burnette of B-One Entertainment! When: September 17, 2022, 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Where: Eureka Park Ages K-12 are welcome! Wear appropriate shoes for playing kickball. Snacks will be provided. For questions, contact Jason Hariston at (540) 915-5193 or jason.hariston@tapintohope.org This event is sponsored by: Total Action for Progress,...

Join us for a day of free fun, food and support, as well as hope, understanding, and gratitude for those who served at this year's Stand Down event. When & Where: October 17, 2022 • 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Salem Civic Center 1001 Roanoke Blvd., Salem, VA 24153 Available Services: Employment opportunities Benefits counseling Legal counsel...

Attention Project Discovery students: Interested in trips to explore the outdoors? Join the Project Discovery Outdoor club! Upcoming Outdoor Club Events: Service & Play at Camp Bethel November 5, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Pick-up/Drop-off at Roanoke Higher Education Center (108 N. Jefferson Street) Departure will be at 8:30 - please arrive between 8:00 and...

TAP, Casa Latina, and the Williamson Road Church of the Brethren are partnering to provide free food for families! Come pick up a box of food from WRCOB on February 4 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Meals will be provided on a first come, first served basis. One box of food will be distributed...

Parkway Brewing is hosting "Pints with a Purpose" to benefit TAP. $1 from every pint sold that evening will go directly toward TAP's mission. Our staff will be there with fun games and information about our programs. We hope to see you there! When: April 19, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Where: Parkway Brewing Company...

Looking for free child care? Join us for Head Start open enrollment!  This program serves children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old for full- and part-time child care. When and Where May 2, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Williamson Road Library 3837 Williamson Rd Roanoke, VA 24012 What You Will Need to Enroll in...

Total Action for Progress (TAP) invites you to our job fair happening on May 2, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Williamson Road Public Library (3837 Williamson Road). We offer benefits, including: • Paid time off • Sick leave • Paid holidays • Health & dental insurance • Vision plan • 401k • Paid...

Ready to be O.U.T.S.I.D.E.? With school coming to a close, join TAP at the O.U.T.S.I.D.E. (Observation. Unity. Trust. Self-Esteem. Integrity. Discipline. Empowerment.) Youth in this Summer Camp will learn skills...

Attention youth advocates! You can teach youth athletes healthy relationship skills and that violence never equals strength with the help of Coaching Boys Into Men and Athletes as Leaders. About CBIM & AAL Coaching Boys Into Men and its sister component Athletes as Leaders feature short, evidence-based lessons proven to reduce violence among youth. CBIM & AAL...

By popular demand, our African American Studies class is now open to members of the general public.  Classes are free, and topics include: Meditation techniques and mindfulness practice Community bonding Critical thinking and leadership skills Who Anyone age 15 or over When Every Saturday starting September 17, 2022, to June 3, 2023, from 11:00 a.m....

Attention veterans! For a limited time, TAP Financial Services is offering you free money management coaching! No matter your money situation, we can provide you with the tools you need to achieve your financial goals. These services will be available starting February 6 and ending August 15. Veterans money management services include: One-on-one financial coaching Financial...

Looking to gear up for next year? Join TAP for an end-of-the-season giveaway and pick up Summer clothes for the whole family! Clothing is available on a first-come, first-served basis. There is no limit to the number of items you may take home. When: Friday, Sept. 22 @ 9 a.m. Where: TAP Covington HQ Parking...

Join us for the Engaging Our Youth Through Entrepreneurship workshop, presented by the Gun Violence Prevention Commission!

Registration is required. Sign up by November 28 to attend.

TAP urgently needs volunteers for our annual Free Tax Clinic! By helping low-income working families file their taxes, you can make a huge difference in the community while building your résumé and having fun! Tax help is in short supply—each new volunteer means our Tax Clinic can serve more taxpayers. A volunteer's weekly time commitment...

Join us for Bridging the Community Gap, a special night where we spread peace and joy through song and come together as one community. You can come early and join us for a free cup of hot chocolate or cider, and bring your friends and a donation of canned goods. We will hear from local...

Actively Learning and Loving our Youth (ALLY) and TAP are joining forces to host monthly youth events all year long!

Upcoming events:
Uniquely You: December 9 (Register by December 8)

Join TAP and the Gun Violence Prevention Commission for the Mastering the Art of Marketing to Teens workshop!

Registration is required. Sign up by December 12 to attend.

Join us for these FREE workshops to learn how to help keep our community safe and free of gun violence. You can make a change!

Attention all parents! Ready for some family fun? Join TAP Head Start and Early Head Start for our Egg Hunt event! We'll have refreshments, face painting, and so much more. All ages are welcome! Egg Hunt: When and Where March 26, 11 a.m. Huff Lane Park 4412 Huff Lane NW, Roanoke, VA 24012 Questions? For...

You can win a new car and support the region's only supervised safe exchange center by participating in the Delta Omega Foundation's annual car fundraiser! Ticket sales end April 15. Final drawing April 27.

If you are a Virginia resident with an annual household income of less than $64,000, or you qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), you can get help from our FREE tax clinic! We’ll make sure your taxes are done correctly—including applying all tax credits for which you are eligible—and submit them electronically. FREE...

ATTENTION PARENTS: Do you have a student in 6th-10th grade? Help them become an exceptional leader by enrolling them in the Tomorrow’s Leaders mentor program! Sessions focus on: Mindfulness Self-love Conflict resolution Communication skills Building an entrepreneurial mindset Mentor groups are run by trained adult mentors. Students will engage in team-building activities, field trips, and...

The Summer Food Service Program is providing free meals for kids every Thursday from June 11 - August 13! Join us once a week to pick up shelf-stable meals for your kids, for free, at the TAP office in Covington, Virginia. Meals will be provided every Tuesday on a first come, first served basis. Meals...